{"product_id":"makita-sheet-metal-nibbler-jn1601-16-gauge-5-amp-corded-cutting-tool-2200-spm-360-degree-rotating-die-1-3-4-inch-cut-radius","title":"Makita Sheet Metal Nibbler JN1601 16 Gauge 5 Amp Corded Cutting Tool (2200 SPM 360 Degree Rotating Die 1-3\/4 Inch Cut Radius)","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"color: #004b87; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/pages\/brand-makita\" title=\"Link to the Makita Tools homepage.\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/MakitaLogo3.png?v=1772837021\" alt=\"Makita Logo Logout\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333333; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eMakita JN1601 16-Gauge 5.0 Amp Corded Sheet Metal Nibbler\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Makita JN1601 16-Gauge Sheet Metal Nibbler is an industrial electric cutting tool engineered for distortion-free shearing through corrugated deck plate, keystone siding, and sheet metals. Powered by a 5.0-amp motor delivering 2,200 strokes per minute (SPM) with a 1\/4-inch stroke length, this 3.6-pound compact nibbler cuts up to 16-gauge mild steel, 18-gauge stainless steel, and 10-gauge aluminum. Outfitted with a 360-degree rotating die head, a 1-3\/4-inch inner cutting radius, a slim barrel grip with a lock-on sliding switch, and a built-in thickness gauge notch, this double-insulated tool executes tight radius profile turns without bending or warping delicate roof panel stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eBest Used For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrugated Metal Roofing \u0026amp; Siding Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trimming corrugated roof panels, keystone deck plates, and standing seam metal siding without warping material edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTight Radius Sheet Metal Profiling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Executing smooth curved cutouts and internal HVAC duct penetrations down to a 1-3\/4 inch inner cutting radius.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Gauge Metal Fabrication Shearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cutting 16-gauge mild steel, 18-gauge stainless steel, and 10-gauge aluminum sheets without thermal material distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eKey Performance \u0026amp; Safety Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.0 Amp High-Output Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drives internal punch mechanism at 2,200 SPM for clean, burr-free chip removal through structural metal sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e360-Degree Stepless Rotating Die:\u003c\/strong\u003e Die casing swivels a full 360 degrees to allow forward, sideways, and angled cut lines without repositioning hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4-Inch Large Stroke Punch Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended 1\/4-inch punch stroke cleanly clears chips out of corrugated panel channels to prevent binding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlim 3.6 lb Ergonomic Barrel Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small-circumference housing reduces hand fatigue and enhances operator control during continuous production cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Sheet Thickness Gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated slot gauge on the tool body permits instant measurement of sheet metal thickness before cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternally Accessible Carbon Brushes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serviceable motor brushes allow quick carbon replacement on jobsite benches to minimize downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Makita JN1601 16-Gauge Corded Sheet Metal Nibbler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Spanner Wrench (781028-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Hex Wrench (783208-8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Manufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eMakita\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eJN1601\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Amperage \u0026amp; Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e5.0 Amps @ 120V AC \/ 60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrokes Per Minute (SPM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e2,200 SPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStroke Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e0.25 in. (6.35 mm \/ 1\/4 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity in Mild Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e16 Gauge (1.6 mm \/ 0.063 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity in Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e18 Gauge (1.2 mm \/ 0.048 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity in Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e10 Gauge (2.5 mm \/ 0.098 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Radius (Inner Edge)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e1.75 in. (44.45 mm \/ 1-3\/4 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Radius (Outer Edge)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e2.00 in. (50.8 mm \/ 2.0 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Tool Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e10.25 in. (260.35 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool Net Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e3.6 lbs (1.63 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003e088381-015448\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin-top: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #004b87; padding-left: 15px; color: #555555; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a drop of light machine oil directly onto the punch tip before making tight circular cuts in 18-gauge stainless steel to cool the cutting die and extend die edge life.\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Makita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52800493322551,"sku":"JN1601","price":444.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/Makita_Sheet_Metal_Nibbler_JN1601_16_Gauge_5_Amp_Corded_Cutting_Tool_2200_SPM_360_Degree_Rotating_Die_1-3_4_Inch_Cut_Radius.png?v=1786135154","url":"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/products\/makita-sheet-metal-nibbler-jn1601-16-gauge-5-amp-corded-cutting-tool-2200-spm-360-degree-rotating-die-1-3-4-inch-cut-radius","provider":"1 Top Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}